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Question

Sabrina is 27 years old, 5'3", weighs 165 pounds, and has just recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Both her mother and father have type 2 diabetes and were diagnosed 10 years ago. Sabrina's parents both depend on medications to lower their blood sugar. Her family, and her, eat a diet rich in fatty foods, baked goods, and animal protein. Meals almost always consist of high glycemic index carbohydrates and soda or juice as the beverage. For the past 10 years this is how Sabrina thought type 2 diabetes was treated, with medication only. Since she has been diagnosed she has been speaking with her friends about her new medical issue. One of her closest friends has suggested that type 2 diabetes can be managed with diet and exercise. She is curious how this is the case. She comes to you with questions knowing you are currently enrolled in a nutrition class.

Questions:

1. Explain to Sabrina how weight affects risk level and management of Type 2 diabetes.

2. Sabrina has been trying to replace juice with whole pieces of fruit. She is concerned though that there won't be a difference in her blood sugar levels. Explain to Sabrina the difference in consuming juice versus whole fruit and what the potential benefits are.

3. Create a 1 day meal plan that will help Sabrina maintain her blood sugar levels. This doesn't need to include appropriate macro and micronutrient amounts. However, it needs to clearly show your understanding of what is appropriate or not appropriate for someone with Type 2 diabetes. Next to each meal/snack, briefly explain your reasoning for the specific foods chosen.

4. Sabrina is curious about the consequences of not gaining control of her blood sugar levels. Explain to her the long term consequences and whether or not she could reverse her type 2 diabetes diagnosis.